C carolyn_hughes 1 min read

Lotensin HCT 20/25 Tablets: Side Effects, Warnings, and Experiences

#medication #high blood pressure #health

I was prescribed Lotensin HCT 20/25 Tablets for high blood pressure and I'm experiencing some unexpected side effects. I know it's a combination of benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide, and I was warned about the potential for dizziness and fatigue, but I'm also dealing with a persistent cough and some stomach pain. Has anyone else had these issues? Are they common or should I be concerned? I've read about the urgent side effects, and while I don't have any of those, I'm still worried. Has anyone had positive experiences with this medication? Any tips for managing the side effects would be appreciated.

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L linda_fernandez

I've had a weird reaction, that one time, my vision got blurry, so I had to stop taking Lotensin. I know the side effects can be really bad, but I think it’s worth it if it helps you

S steven_lewis

This medication saved my life. I was in really bad shape with my blood pressure and Lotensin HCT brought it down. I had a few side effects, but they were worth it. Just be careful and monitor your symptoms closely. The stomach pain can be a sign of something else, so get regular checkups.

P peter_daniels

I’m really worried about the skin cancer risk. I didn’t know that was a side effect. I think I’m going to talk to my doctor about switching to something else.

M martha_lane

I've been on Lotensin HCT for a while now and the cough was really annoying at first. It's supposed to go away over time, so I'd give it a bit more time and see how you go, and if it persists, talk to your doctor. I haven't had any urgent side effects, just some dizziness when I first started taking it.

J joyce_murray

I've heard that this medication can cause some serious side effects. I’ve been relatively lucky so far, but I’m always keeping an eye out for any signs of trouble.

D dennis_jordan

I was on this medication for a while and had some pretty bad side effects. I ended up switching to something else because the dizziness and fatigue were just too much to handle. I also had a persistent cough. But everyone is different and it might be worth sticking it out for a bit longer to see if it gets better.

S susan_wilson

This is a water pill, right? I got this dry cough and dizzy spells when I was on it. It's annoying but I was told it goes away after the first few days. If not, I get to switch meds.

J janet_gardner

I started Lotensin HCT a few weeks ago and I've had some stomach pain. I didn’t think about it much at first, but it’s been persistent. It makes me so tired too. Is this normal?

C christopher_hansen

I’ve been taking it for a while and I’ve had some stomach pain, but nothing too bad. I think it’s worth it if it helps manage your blood pressure. It’s a bit scary reading about all the possible side effects, but I’m not experiencing them